1. Stand close to a wall: Position yourself about an arm's length away from the wall. 2. Hand placement: Form fists by curling your fingers into your palms. Bring your knuckles to the wall at shoulder height. 3. Body alignment: Keep your body straight from head to heels; feet should be shoulder-width apart for stability.
Movement
1. Begin the push-up: - Slowly bend your elbows and lower your body towards the wall, keeping your elbows close to your torso. - Maintain tension in your core to avoid sagging or arching your back.
2. Push back to starting position: - Once your chest is close to the wall (but not touching), push through your knuckles to straighten your arms, returning to the starting position.
3. Repetitions: - Aim for 8-12 repetitions, focusing on controlled movements.
Tips for Beginners
- Start with a comfortable range of motion; you can adjust how far from the wall you stand to make the exercise easier or harder. - Keep your breathing steady: inhale as you lower and exhale as you push back up. - Ensure your wrists are aligned with your knuckles to prevent discomfort.